SEND Teaching Assistant - Engage Education : Job Details

SEN Teaching Assistant – Hammersmith

Location: Hammersmith, London

Job Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Salary: £85 – £100 per day (dependent on experience)

Start Date: September 2025 or ASAP

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?

Do you have experience working with pupils who require additional learning support?

A welcoming and inclusive school in Hammersmith is seeking a committed and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to provide targeted support to children with a range of special educational needs, including autism (ASD), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and other learning challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN
• Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and differentiation
• Help implement and monitor individual education plans (IEPs)
• Support pupils’ emotional well-being, behaviour and social development
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to support student progress

Requirements:

• Experience working with children with SEN in a school or alternative setting
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine commitment to supporting the learning and development of pupils with additional needs
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Desirable:

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or degree in education/psychology)
• Team Teach or similar behaviour management training
• Experience supporting pupils with EHCPs

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive school environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Potential for long-term or permanent roles
• Excellent transport links and location in West London

If you are looking to make a positive impact and build a career in education, we would love to hear from you.